Non-firearm defensive weapons

[Nathan_Bell]

How are folks prepping for non-shooting situations?

I have recently (headdesk) realized that I have only two approaches to running worthless folks off.

Yelling threats at them, and then shooting. I understand that in our current legal system that is the proper route, but if law breaks down a bit, would it be wise to have something in between?

Such as cans of bear spray or cs grenades?

[Grizzly16]

How are folks prepping for non-shooting situations?

I have recently (headdesk) realized that I have only two approaches to running worthless folks off.

Yelling threats at them, and then shooting. I understand that in our current legal system that is the proper route, but if law breaks down a bit, would it be wise to have something in between?

Such as cans of bear spray or cs grenades?

We've got a few cans of pepper spray, a bear spray for bigger needs and a good ole fashion bat and ax handle to encourage people to move on.

It is tempting to get some of pepper spray paintballs if they are legal for non-leo's to own.

[J8127]

Is there anything that says you can't use bear spray on a person? I know they sell those big-gulp sized cans that shoot like 50 goddamn feet.

My biggest fear, even though there are more likely threats, is the law-abiding-citizen door scene.

(statements unrelated)

[Pork Chop]

We have a few tiger pits and when I finish my moat...........

Just kidding. Some pepper spray and baseball bats mostly. Although, some cs grenades would be very handy for sure.

I've been thinking about some bean bag rounds for the shotguns, but if it gets to that point I doubt I'll want them?

[Blstr88]

I've got a box of shotgun shells that shoot rubber balls instead of lead.

I always figure if the SHTF big time, theyll be TONS of normal, honest everyday people EVERYWHERE just trying to get food for their families. It's sad but you can't blame them. I dont want to kill those people exactly but I sure as hell won't just let them take my food either...I think the rubber shotgun rounds are a perfect alternative.

[Pork Chop]

I've got a box of shotgun shells that shoot rubber balls instead of lead.

I always figure if the SHTF big time, theyll be TONS of normal, honest everyday people EVERYWHERE just trying to get food for their families. It's sad but you can't blame them. I dont want to kill those people exactly but I sure as hell won't just let them take my food either...I think the rubber shotgun rounds are a perfect alternative.

Exactly, the unprepared will be a major problem. That's why I was thinking the bean bag loads.

Where did you get your rubber ball loads?

[Gatorbait]

I've got a box of shotgun shells that shoot rubber balls instead of lead.

I always figure if the SHTF big time, theyll be TONS of normal, honest everyday people EVERYWHERE just trying to get food for their families. It's sad but you can't blame them. I dont want to kill those people exactly but I sure as hell won't just let them take my food either...I think the rubber shotgun rounds are a perfect alternative.

Yeap, same here.

I have used the S&B ball on a coyote that had one of my dogs in it's jaws. I shot it on the hip, and it dropped the dog.....followed by the bandages, betadine, and bathtub. The dog ended up surviving after a trip to the vet.......
I keep an 870 loaded with 00 buck, but have LTL and sluggs on the side saddle. IMHO, the ability to switch to a LTL option is one of the important aspects of a shotgun in the SHTF armory.........

[Blstr88]

Exactly, the unprepared will be a major problem. That's why I was thinking the bean bag loads.

Where did you get your rubber ball loads?

I ordered mine from cheaperthandirt.com

[krisjon]

I have a couple of these.

http://www.google.com/products/catal...ed=0CGIQ8wIwAQ

Mine are sharp enough to shave the hair on a gnat's as* and will split your head like a coconut. Great for splitting firewood and other utility uses, too. And there's just something about a big, heavy knife like this that says, "don't mess with me."

[Brimstone]

I ordered mine from cheaperthandirt.com

I am looking into this. Seems like a good option.

I would be careful in a real TEOTWAWKI scenario to not be too lenient and show too much weakness. A really pissed off person coming back with friends can turn ugly fast.